UA says Mark Ingram was cleared for trip, not being investigated

A University of Alabama athletics spokesman has denied a report today by TMZ saying the NCAA wants to speak with Crimson Tide tailback Mark Ingram about attending a May 12 party in Washington, D.C., involving recent NFL draft picks like Florida standout Joe Haden.

UA's response, through a spokesman, is that the NCAA cleared the trip in advance and is not investigating Ingram's involvement now.

The TMZ report, which cites "A source with knowledge of the inquiry," says Ingram checked with UA's compliance office about visiting Haden in the Baltimore area. The school reportedly cleared the trip so long as Ingram provided receipts for expenses, though TMZ states "It's unclear whether those receipts were submitted."

Ingram submitted those receipts, according to UA spokesman Doug Walker.

"Mark provided all the appropriate documentation," Walker said, "and we are not aware of any issues with the visit."